Arlington car hire

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Cheap car hire in Arlington

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Most popular car type

Intermediate

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Arlington car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Arlington with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Arlington?

You should book your car hire in Arlington around 24 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the best car hire company in Arlington?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Arlington are Thrifty (5.6), Dollar (5.5), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (0.0, 5 reviews).
Thrifty
Thrifty
Rated 5.6/10
Dollar
Dollar
Rated 5.5/10
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Rated 0.0/10
Hertz
Hertz
Rated 0.0/10

What is the most popular car to hire in Arlington?

Intermediate cars (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Arlington. Intermediate cars in Arlington cost R1 309/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as R996/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Arlington?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Arlington is January at an average cost of R818/day. August is the most expensive month to hire a car in Arlington when prices are R1 601/day on average, which tends to be 2 568% above the yearly average hire price for Arlington.

Which car hire company in Arlington has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 5 locations in Arlington, more than any other car hire company.

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Arlington

  • For those considering car rentals in Arlington, you have the right idea. Arlington car rentals can save you considerable commute time compared to taking public transportation. For instance, it takes about 24 minutes in a rental car to get from Arlington to Boston Common. However, the quickest journey on public transit is 44 minutes. In Arlington car rentals, you can also explore interesting and historic places outside Boston, such as Salem, Braintree, Plymouth, and Cape Cod. Car rentals in Arlington can save you time and give you the freedom to keep appointments or explore the region according to your own schedule.
  • Located less than an hour’s drive to the southeast of Arlington, the Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) makes an ideal location for securing Arlington car rentals. When your plane lands at BOS, you can go to the arrivals curb where you can catch a complimentary shuttle bus to the Rental Car Center. These blue and white buses depart about every 6 minutes for the RCC, which houses nearly a dozen different car rental agencies. When it is time to return your vehicle, follow the Rental Car Center signs as you approach the airport.
  • Because Arlington is a suburb of Boston, the most notable aspect of its traffic is the congestion during peak commuting times. Rush hour in Arlington starts as early as 6 am and goes until as late as 10 am and then from 4 pm to 7 pm. Tuesdays and Fridays tend to be the worst commuter days. The main street in Arlington is Massachusetts Avenue (Mass Ave.), which is known for always having traffic, during just about any part of the day.
  • Some problem spots in Arlington that you want to avoid during rush hour include Lake Street, Route 2, Summer Street, Pleasant Street, and Mass Ave, particularly near Appleton Street. And for those securing car rentals in Arlington in the winter months, make sure that your rental vehicle has tires with good traction and windshield wipers in excellent working condition. You should also make sure that somewhere in the car you have an ice scraper and a snow brush.
  • Standard hire cars in Arlington are around 42% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Arlington

  • How can I find car hires near me in Arlington?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Arlington?

    An Intermediate car hire in Arlington costs R991 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Special car hire cost in Arlington?

    A Special car hire in Arlington costs R1 381 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Arlington?

    A Standard car hire in Arlington costs R1 372 per day, on average.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Arlington?

    When it comes to car rentals in Arlington, the type of car you should choose depends very much on why you are in Arlington. If you will be going to Boston for business or social events, you might want to rent a luxury sedan so you can arrive in style. If you will be navigating a lot of traffic, a small sedan that is easy to maneuver might be your best choice. If it is snowing, you might want to opt for a sturdy SUV with power and traction.

  • What's the speed limit in Arlington?

    Arlington is bordered on the south by the Concord Turnpike, which has a speed limit of 55 mph. Running along the opposite side of Arlington, US State Route 3 has a speed limit of 35 mph. Most streets within the city limits, including the famous Mass Ave, have a speed limit of 25 mph, though Park Avenue has a stretch where the speed limit increases to 40 mph.

  • Where are the best places to park in Arlington?

    In downtown Arlington, compared to metered street parking, long-term parking in municipal lots cost less and have no hourly limit. The Russell Commons municipal lot is on Chestnut Street near the corner of Chestnut Terrace and there is another municipal lot just off Mass Ave near the intersection with Mystic Street. Parking meters in Arlington give you 15 minutes for free and then they are $1 an hour for a 4-hour limit. On Russell Commons and Railroad Street, though, the parking meters are $0.50 an hour and have no time limit. Parking on the street is allowed in Arlington except between the hours of 1 am and 7 am when you are not allowed to park for more than one hour. However, you can request a waiver from the Overnight Parking Hotline for an overnight guest, driveway construction, or a disabled motor vehicle.

Arlington car rental reviews and directory

 
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Thrifty

5,6

Fair

2 locations in Arlington

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Locations in Arlington

242 Mystic Avenue

+1 781 306 0610

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

646 Somerville Avenue

+1 617 625 7958

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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Dollar

5,5

Fair

One location in Arlington

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242 Mystic Avenue

+1 781 306 0610

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

No score available yet

5 locations in Arlington

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1815 Massachusetts Avenue

+1 617 299 2075

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221 Mystic Avenue

+1 781 391 1561

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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Friday08:00 - 17:00
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26 New St

+1 617 354 2302

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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301 Massachusetts Ave

+1 781 860 0883

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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4 Dudley Place

+1 781 391 1561

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
It was very easy to get the car and it was a nice car.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Best rental car experience I have ever had

Cons:

Nothing!

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Everything went off without a problem would recommend to anyone

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

They at least called to tell me the car I was to pick up that day, but had rented online a few days prior, was not available

Cons:

If they had called me before the day of the rental. The woman said they had been sold out of cars for days. I had rented it 2 or 3 days prior so they rented me a car that did not exist. They could have served me better to not rent me a car at all. Just tell me they aren't available so I don't have to end up paying more someplace else

1 out of 2

Hertz

No score available yet

One location in Arlington

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242 Mystic Avenue

+1 781 306 0610

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

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2,0 Poor

Reid, Feb 2025

Passenger van

KAYAK
Location drastically understaffed. One poor manager running the location alone, doing her best with a small stable of cars clearly behind on preventative maintenance. Waited two hours to get a vehicle (not in the class I reserved but a substitute), and with a broken window taped closed; otherwise I was told there would be no vehicles available. After returning the vehicle hours early I was charged an unknown $75 fee and received no receipt or accounting for this fee.

4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff who helped me at pick-up was very kind.

Cons:

1. the car smelled like cigarettes. 2. They did not have the class of vehicle which I reserved, and I was given the worst vehicle i've driven in my life. I needed a car for a golf trip, and the vehicle I was given couldn't even fit 1 bag of golf clubs in the trunk.

7,6 Good

Muhammad Ibrahim, Sept 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Good behavior of people working and nice cars

Cons:

Helpline services and more instructions on returning car instructions when the store is closed

1 out of 2

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